EL CID EL MORO BEACH (ADULTS ONLY), Mazatlan

El Cid El Moro Beach (Adults Only) - A 27-story beachfront resort in Zona Dorada with swim-up bars and a 3000 sq ft fitness center

This 3-star adults-only property occupies a beachfront location in Mazatlán's Zona Dorada district, known for shops, restaurants, and the colorful 'Mazatlán' sign. Accommodations include rooms with private balconies offering partial ocean views, individual climate control, satellite TV, and marble bathrooms; wireless internet access incurs a daily fee. El Cid El Moro Beach (Adults Only) features two free-form pools with a swim-up bar serving light fare, while La Concha restaurant offers seafood lunches with views of Las Tres Islas. The 3000 sq ft fitness center provides Cybex equipment, free weights, and cardiovascular machines, accessible complimentary for all-inclusive guests or for $10 daily otherwise. Deer Island sits 2 km offshore, accessible by boat for snorkeling, while Old Mazatlán's historical district is a 20-minute cab ride south. A business center and 13 meeting rooms accommodate events, with high-speed wireless available at additional cost.

Pros

Beachfront location in Zona Dorada with direct access to an expansive sandy beach

Multiple dining options including a swim-up bar and seafood restaurant overlooking Las Tres Islas

Large fitness center with Cybex equipment, free weights, and cardiovascular machines

Adults-only environment with two free-form pools and nightly live entertainment

Proximity to Deer Island (2 km) for snorkeling and sunbathing excursions

Cons

Wireless internet access requires an additional daily fee per device

The Zona Dorada location features numerous nearby clubs and may experience evening noise